PROVOLETA (GRILLED PROVOLONE CHEESE)

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Fom "Seven Fires" Argentine grilling book by Francis Mallmann. My husband liked this a lot, but it was the only animal protein at dinner and he could live on cheese alone. I liked it, but it won't work as a spread on bread. I preferred it the following day sliced thin as a snack. It's a lot like grilled halloumi cheese, but Provolone is easier to find. You could use one tablespoon dried oregaano instead.

Provided by zeldaz51

Categories     Cheese

Time 10m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 3

8 ounces provolone cheese (1 inch thick slice)
3 tablespoons fresh oregano leaves, preferably small ones
1 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes (to taste)

Steps:

  • Heat a cast iron griddle over low heat until a drop of water sizzles on the surface.
  • Sprinkle the cheese with half the oregano and half the pepper flakes, then put it on the griddle, seasoned side down.
  • Cook for about 2 minutes, until you see the bottom starting to brown and melt, then turn it ov er with a wide spatula and cook until the second side starts to brown and the cheese is melted. Sprinkle with the remainig oregano and pepper flakes, and serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 202, Fat 15.2, SaturatedFat 9.7, Cholesterol 39.2, Sodium 497.9, Carbohydrate 1.9, Fiber 0.4, Sugar 0.4, Protein 14.6

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